Saponari v. CSX Transportation, Inc.

DAVIS, Judge.

Marsha E. Saponari, wife of appellant, George P. Saponari, was killed on August 9, 1994 when she was struck by a CSXT freight train while attempting to cross the railroad tracks at a commuter station in Laurel, Maryland. Appellant, individually and as personal representative of the estate of his deceased wife, brought suit on April 16, 1996 against appellee, CSX Transportation, Inc. (CSXT), in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County. Appellant claimed negligence by appellee, alleging wrongful death individually and pursuing a survivor’s claim on behalf of the estate.…